Manager, Data Quality & Governance

Permanent | Wellington

• Lead enterprise-wide data governance, quality and information management outcomes.
• Shape trusted data foundations that support better decisions and outcomes for New Zealanders.
• Join ACC and build a high-performing function influencing organisation-wide change.

About us | Mō mātou

ACC is a trusted and high-performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

As Manager, Data Quality & Governance, you will lead ACC's enterprise approach to data governance, data quality, information management and knowledge management. This newly established leadership role will drive the frameworks, standards, stewardship and governance practices that ensure organisational data is trusted, well managed and used responsibly. You will lead a capable team, influence senior stakeholders across ACC and external partners, and help shape the future of digital transformation, AI enablement and automation while contributing to keeping Kiwis safe at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

The appointing salary for this role is $164,705 - $213,148 based on experience. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme (9% contribution) with features like no mandatory employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance.

About you | Mōu

You will bring:

• Proven experience leading enterprise data governance and data quality strategies within large and complex organisations.
• Demonstrated success embedding governance frameworks, standards, controls and accountability models at scale.
• Experience leading data quality improvement programmes and delivering measurable organisational and customer outcomes.
• Strong people leadership capability with experience building high-performing teams and developing capability.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of information management, metadata, data lifecycle management, data standards and knowledge management practices.
• Experience partnering with privacy, legal, risk, ethics and policy functions to support responsible data use.
• Understanding of digital transformation, AI enablement and automation environments.
• Proven application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and understanding of Māori data sovereignty principles.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in information management, data, technology, business or a related discipline.
• You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.
• Satisfactory credit check required prior to appointment.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand's cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Sunday 2nd August 2026 1159pm, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email [email protected] quoting the Job Identification number in the Job Info section.